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Vitia hominem monstrosum...

Robert Boissard after Jean-Jacques Boissard

National Gallery of Art

The image shows two full-length figures in an illustrative style. The figure on the left is a hunchbacked man bent over slightly, with one hand reaching forward and the other resting on the woman's sleeve. His facial features are exaggerated with a wide mouth and prominent ears, and he wears a long pointed hat. His attire consists of a long-sleeved garment that appears wrinkled, and he has a sword strapped to his side. The other figure is a woman standing next to him, with a slightly turned posture. She has a tall, intricate hairstyle and a high ruffled collar encircling her neck. Her facial features are also stylized, showing high cheekbones and a pointed nose. She is dressed in a richly textured gown with elaborate sleeves and a fitted bodice, adorned with buttons. Both figures stand on a plain, light-colored background, with Latin text inscribed at the bottom of the image.

Artwork Details

Date
1597
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
3404 × 4801 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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